Export Sales Executive

Shezle Imperio Private Limited; Ahmedabad District; On-site; INR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Shezle Imperio Private Limited is seeking an Export Sales Executive to develop and manage international markets for chemical products from Ahmedabad. You will handle inquiries, prepare quotes, and negotiate terms while coordinating samples, documentation, and trials with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 1–3 years of export sales experience, strong English, and travel willingness to engage with global customers across time zones. Bachelor's in Business and related fields is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business and related fields.
• Import Export Knowledge and Certificate is a must.
• Strong English proficiency.
• 1-3 years of experience in export sales, preferably in chemical/industrial/B2B.
• Good understanding of international sales processes and export procedures.
• Knowledge of export documentation, Incoterms, and payment methods (LC/advance/open).
• Basic understanding of customs procedures, freight forwarding, and logistics.
• Good knowledge of chemical products, specs, applications, and tech docs preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and customer relationship management skills.
• MS Office proficiency (Excel/Word).
• ERP/CRM experience is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage international customers, distributors, agents, and importers for chemical products.
• Identify and develop new export markets and opportunities via research, directories, and exhibitions.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual export sales targets.
• Handle international enquiries, prepare quotations, and negotiate terms.
• Coordinate product samples, technical documents, approvals, and trials.
• Maintain relationships with overseas customers and ensure ongoing communication.
• Prepare export documentation (invoices, packing lists, origin certificates, shipping docs).
• Coordinate with production, quality, logistics, freight forwarders, CHA/customs, and accounts for shipments.
• Monitor shipment schedules, container bookings, dispatches, and status.
• Follow up on payments and ensure compliance with terms.

Skills

Export sales

Market research

Negotiation

CRM

MS Excel

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business and related fields

Tools

ERP/CRM systems

Job description

Export Sales Executive

• Designation: Export Sales Executive
• Experience: 4+ Years
• Job Type: Full Time
• Location: Ahmedabad

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and manage international customers, distributors, agents, and importers for chemical products.
• Identify and develop new export markets and business opportunities through market research, online platforms, trade directories, exhibitions, and customer referrals.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual export sales targets.
• Handle international enquiries, prepare quotations, and negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and other commercial conditions.
• Understand customer requirements and recommend suitable chemical products based on specifications and applications.
• Coordinate product samples, technical documents, product approvals, and customer trials.
• Maintain strong relationships with overseas customers and ensure regular communication and follow-up.
• Prepare and coordinate export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, shipping documents, and other required documents.
• Coordinate with production, quality control, logistics, freight forwarders, CHA/customs agents, and accounts teams to ensure timely shipment.
• Monitor shipment schedules, container bookings, dispatches, and delivery status.
• Coordinate with customers and logistics partners regarding shipping instructions and documentation requirements.
• Follow up on outstanding payments and ensure compliance with agreed payment terms.
• Handle customer complaints, product issues, shipment delays, and other export-related concerns professionally.
• Monitor international market trends, competitor pricing, demand, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of export enquiries, quotations, orders, shipments, customer communications, and sales performance.
• Prepare sales forecasts, market reports, and regular updates for management.
• Ensure export activities comply with company policies, applicable trade regulations, and chemical handling and documentation requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business and related fields
• Import Export Knowledge and Certificate is a must
• Strong English proficiency
• 1-3 years of experience in export sales, preferably in the chemical, industrial, manufacturing, or B2B sector.
• Good understanding of international sales processes and export procedures.
• Knowledge of export documentation, shipping terms (Incoterms), and international payment methods such as LC, advance payment, and open account.
• Basic understanding of customs procedures, freight forwarding, and international logistics.
• Good knowledge of chemical products, specifications, applications, and technical documentation is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and customer relationship management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Experience with ERP/CRM systems is an advantage.
• Ability and willingness to communicate with customers across different time zones and cultures.
• Willingness to travel internationally for customer visits, exhibitions, and business development when required.

Behavior

• Professional, confident, and customer-focused approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with international customers.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and target-oriented.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities.
• Patient and persistent in following up with international customers.
• Culturally aware and respectful when dealing with customers from different countries.
• Strong attention to detail, especially in export documentation, pricing, specifications, and shipment details.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple customers, enquiries, orders, and shipments simultaneously.
• Calm and solution-oriented approach when handling shipment delays, payment issues, or customer complaints.
• Honest, ethical, and transparent in all commercial dealings.
• Adaptable and willing to learn about international markets, regulations, products, and customer requirements.
• Strong teamwork and coordination skills.
• Responsible and accountable for assigned customers and sales targets.
• Results-oriented mindset with a strong focus on business growth and customer satisfaction.

Contact

• Location: 301 Samaan-2, Opp. Shell Petrol Pump, 100ft Road, Anandnagar Square, Satellite, Ahmedabad.
• Gujarat 380015
• INDIA
• Phone Number: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]